Soccer Lofted Passes Over No-Go Zone Training Drill
Setup
- groups of 4
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- middle zone (30yds x 15yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- players make lofted pass to each other over the middle zone in the sequence as shown (two-touch)
- players must stay in their designated zones
- one point for a player if the ball doesn't bounce inside the no-go zone
Variations
- one-touch passing
- specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, inside or outside foot etc.)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- body mechanics
- balance
- accuracy
- weight of pass
